Toslink Digital Optical Audio Cables

TOSLINK cables are a popular format for optical digital audio cables. TOSLINK is an optical fiber standard known for transmitting and carrying lossless digital sound, originally developed by Toshiba for use with the company's home audio products and home entertainment devices, particularly Toshiba CD players. TOSLINK itself is an abbreviation of "Toshiba Link." It is still considered an alternative to HDMI cables. Unlike HDMI, TOSLINK only carries a digital audio signal, but many home users prefer it for stereo and audio equipment.

TOSLINK Cables Provide Quality Sound for Home Audio and Gaming Systems

Because digital optical cables do not support video, you can only use a TOSLINK optical digital audio cable to power audio signals. If you like the lossless quality, look for soundbars and stereo receivers with TOSLINK outputs. Many home users enjoy the flexibility of customizing their entire home entertainment setup, and TOSLINK cables often facilitate connecting clean signals from computers to home entertainment surround systems. Sound quality is just as important to gamers as it is those watching movies or listening to their favorite music. Digital TOSLINK PT6 audio cables reduce interference and cut down on jitters from soundbars or surround speakers running directly to gaming consoles or gaming towers. Note that some older gaming systems, like an Xbox 360® or Nintendo® Wii™ require RCA composite cables to connect them to HDTVs.

Important Features of TOSLINK Optical Digital Audio Cables

Cables often feature endcaps to protect the sensitive conductors from tiny dirt and dust particles that could impact sound quality. Nonslip connectors make handling easier when you're hooking up equipment quickly or in low-light rooms. PVC insulation covers and protects the cables for years of use. Brass and gold-plated ferrules can also extend the life of extension cables.